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Favorite Female vocals that give you goose bumps
I'm pretty sure no one has heard of Lillian Leech the lead singer of a group from the 50' called the Mello's.The song is Smoke From Your Cigarette.When I think about the vocals I still get goose bumps. 
Your First Vinyl Album.
First single 78, Let Me Go Lover by Joan WeberFirst single 45, Down The Road by the Cadilacs 
Viva vs. WAVAC amps
Thank you Albert and my apology to the OP who ask a question on Viva and Wavac amps to which I responded with praise for a phono stage.Also the Fono was playing through a Linea not the Solista that I mentioned.I guess its just my day 
Viva vs. WAVAC amps
I heard the Viva Fono with the Viva Solista.IME the Fono is the best phono stage I have ever heard.I contemplated purchasing the Fono and returned to the Dealer for several listening sessions.The more I listened the more the economy shrunk and I w... 
When did you ever hear a system sound so life-like
Peter What caused these amps to blow ?? I worry that if it can happen to someone with your expertise it can certainly happen to me.If they are being repaired in NY can you tell me who,here would trust with the repair ?? 
When did you ever hear a system sound so life-like
Rcprince,I tried looking for that recording for many years.No luck so I gave up.Enjoy your music 
When did you ever hear a system sound so life-like
About 25 years back.At a dealer I heard Pacific Overtures being played on a Well Tempered turntable and tonearm with an original Benz cartridge.The electronics were all ARC and the speakers were the original B&W 801.This was the closest to liv... 
Tube Monoblock location? - Rack or near speakers?
Cooljazzcat , As with everything in this hobby you must try it yourself and then decide.Because a dealer or even a manufacturer tell you that one way is better then the other does not make it so.Only you can decide what you think sounds best. 
Depairately seeking 1980's Sovtek 6922's
Hi Audioguy I have a matched pair of NOS Sovtek 6922 made in Russia.They were purchased in the early 90's from Melos as extra's for a preamp that has long been sold.The tubes were never used.If you want them PM me.  
Ortofon MC A90 cartridge
Raul,I just read your post in the above link.Very Interesting and Informative.Thank you for taking the time and giving us insight to your experiences with cartridges.I for one appreciate your effortsThank you 
Cartridge and step up / riaa for TW Acustic Raven
Fact is, Bill is usually correct. Some may find his replies abrasive.I find them, to the point and often quite humorous. 
Wyred STP-SE vs high end tube pre?
Heed Tpreaves advice.DONT DO IT.An ATC 2 mated to an Aurora SET cries out for MUSIC.What is the rest of your 2 channel set up. 
Help building new system: devore, verity or Sonus?
I'm sure you know by now that the size of your listening room will preclude you from owning many great speakers.You are fortunate though that you are in an area that allows you to audition many brands and models.Try to arrange a HOME AUDITION for ... 
Scotch? No thanks. Whats the best Vodka.?
Definitely Grey Goose with Belvedere running 2nd 
Your ONE all time favorite love song?
The Hungry Years...Written by Neil Sedaka